sorry for all the posts, i just LOVE hearing what you guys have to say!:D
anyway, down to my question. its been getting colder and REALLY windy. i was wondering what everyone wears to stay warm. I'm currently going with winter breeches with tights under, wool socks with toe warmers and a fleece with a jacket. **what warm, windproof jackets do you suggest, mine is super bulky and not comfy to ride in, does anyone have a jacket they LOVE and recommend?

on a happy note: i know I'm working when its below freezing outside and halfway through my ride I'm in just a tee-shirt(I'm a huge fan of layering)

so..suggestions?

thanks in advance!

OuttatheBlue

01-02-2012 08:40 PM

I got winter english Ariat boots a couple years ago and they are my favorite! I wear them every winter, they hold up really well and they keep my toes toasty warm.

I also layer like crazy too, haha. Can NEVER have too many layers! Hats are really good to have as well.

I wear under armour leggings with breeches or jeans, warm gloves, battery socks (borrowed from my hubby's hunting stash:-)) and under armour top with a lighter weight North Face insulated jacket -I'll have to see if I can find the style & get back to you, I know I bought it from Cabela's. I stay plenty warm riding and usually end up losing the jacket, especially if I'm in the indoor.

princecharming

01-02-2012 08:41 PM

ahh, im drooling over the dover catalog's section of winter boots :) those are definitely on my wish list of things to get...

princecharming

01-02-2012 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by MHFoundation Quarters
(Post 1290410)

I wear under armour leggings with breeches or jeans, warm gloves, battery socks (borrowed from my hubby's hunting stash:-)) and under armour top with a lighter weight North Face insulated jacket -I'll have to see if I can find the style & get back to you, I know I bought it from Cabela's. I stay plenty warm riding and usually end up losing the jacket, especially if I'm in the indoor.

Sounds like what you are wearing will work good. When I ride, work up a bit of a sweat myself so no need to over dress. But if I was outside in a tractor or snowmobile, I would certainly get a pair of those battery operated socks!

MHFoundation Quarters

01-02-2012 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by waresbear
(Post 1290425)

But if I was outside in a tractor or snowmobile, I would certainly get a pair of those battery operated socks!

They're awesome! I don't like to ride in winter boots (ride too many greenies to take a chance with thick soles) and they are great with my regular boots. Also good for sledding and outside work!

princecharming

01-02-2012 09:13 PM

where do you put the pouch with the battery in it? ..i dont think it will fit in my boot...

thanks for all the ideas, MHFoundation: how cold is it where you are? trying to put it into perspective(: